Chatillon DFE I User Manual

DF II Series User Manual 17
OPERATING YOUR GAUGE
The DF II Series gauge may be used as a hand-
held instrument or mounted to a Chatillon® tester
for compression and tensile testing.
HANDHELD OPERATION
When using the DF II Series gauge for handheld
testing, make sure to apply the load axially to the
load shaft.
Keep the gauge perpendicular to the item being
measured to ensure axial loading. Use the op-
tional handle assembly (SPK-DF-HANDLE) for high
capacity loads.
TEST STAND OPERATION
When using the DF II Series gauge with a Chatil-
lon® tester, make sure that the gauge is secured
to the tester with the proper adapter if required.
Adapters may be required to ensure that the gauge
shaft is located axially to the sample under test. If
the gauge is not secured properly, you may get
faulty reading or cause damage to the loadcell.
AFFIXING ADAPTERS & FIXTURES
Adaptersandtestxturesshouldbematedtothe
load shaft on the instrument. Do not use tools to
secureyouradaptersorxtures.Fingertorque
tightnessissufcient.
MT150 SPK-MT-0001
MT500 SPK-MT-0001
LTCM-100 Direct Connect
TT Tester NC002582
DF II Series
MT150 SPK-MT-0004
MT500 SPK-MT-0004
LTCM-100 Direct Connect
TT Tester NC002582
DF II Series
Low Capacity
110 lbf (500N) and below
High Capacity
Above 110 lbf (500N)
CAUTION: The DF II Series gauge is
designed for axial loading only. Never
apply a side load to the load shaft.
CAUTION: Do not use hand tools to
secureadaptersorxturestoyour
gauge. Over tightening will damage the
sensor.
Securexturesandadapterswith
“nger-tight”torque.
DFS II gauge mounted to LTCM100 tester

Chatillon DFE I Specifications

General

Brand	Chatillon
Model	DFE I
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English